Vitamins, additives and nutrition BLOG

We are officially into the holiday season and that means lots of parties and get-togethers, lots of fun – and lots food and drink. Mostly high-calorie, not-good-for-you food and drink

This year you can have a healthy and happy holiday season with these sumptuous recipes thanks to Women’s Health magazine. There are eight low-fat and low-calorie ideas for holiday treats that will cover every facet of the holiday Read the rest of this entry »

Vegetable oils are oils that are extracted from a wide variety of vegetables, nuts and plant sources. Oils are liquid at room temperature and depending on their melting point, can be used for baking, frying, or even alone as a sauce or dressing.

Cold-pressed oils are those that are not processed using heat and are the most vitamin and mineral rich. Cold-pressed olive oil is extremely healthy. There are too many vegetable oils to Read the rest of this entry »

We are officially into the holiday season and that means lots of parties and get-togethers, lots of fun – and lots food and drink. Mostly high-calorie, not-good-for-you food and drink

This year you can have a healthy and happy holiday season with these sumptuous recipes thanks to Women’s Health magazine. There are eight low-fat and low-calorie ideas for holiday treats that will cover every facet of the holiday Read the rest of this entry »

Q. Recently I’ve become very interested in consuming more foods that have an anti inflammatory effect. This website is a great place to find such information. However, I’m having a hard time. My current caloric need is between 4000 and 4500 calories per day and in order to achieve this, I eat a lot of oatmeal and pastas. I also include a lot of fruit and vegetables. However, it seems like the large amount of fruits and grains I consume make Read the rest of this entry »

Oxidation happens when oxygen molecules interact with other substances. For instance, an apple that has been freshly cut will turn brown due to the process of oxidation – oxygen molecules touching the skin of the apple. This same process causes rust on an automobile. Oxidation actually happens on a molecular level when oxygen and the material it touches react to each other chemically. What we see are the effects of oxidation – which causes Read the rest of this entry »

Q. I keep seeing things about acai juice being a great way to lose weight. From what I’ve read, it’s very high in antioxidants. How does that help you lose weight?

A. Yes, that doesn’t really make sense, does it? In fact, I think most of the health claims for these expensive “superjuices” like acai, goji, and mangosteen are overblown. Like any fruit, these so-called super-fruits are good sources of antioxidants and phytonutrients. Read the rest of this entry »

The U.S. Department of Agriculture has released a new food pyramid just for preschoolers. The new pyramid offers help for parents who are trying to teach their youngsters to eat right. Complete a growth chart for your child. Help your child develop healthy eating habits. Get advice for helping picky eaters try new foods. Tips for adding physical activity to your preschooler’s day. Learn how to follow food safety rules. Read the rest of this entry »